Gibbons spotlights a favorite fruit in this comprehensive introduction, which includes identification of the basic parts of the apple, some historical scenes, and the apple's progress through the seasons. Instructions on how to plant and care for an apple tree, bake a pie, and make cider are an added bonus.
Trash cans and dumpsters are the weights garbage trucks lift with their robotic arms. Once lifted, the bins lose their weight, being flipped upside down and emptied into the trucks' hoppers. In this low-level title, children will pick up a basic knowledge of garbage trucks.
Explorers of the fourth planet from the sun, Mars rovers collect rock and soil samples with their robotic arms. They also snap pictures of the Red Planet. Curious young readers can wander around with rovers in this book to look for signs of life on Mars.
An exploration of the importance of bees in our world is offered through the author’s lyrical observations to his young sons, often with analogies between the insects and children, and always beautifully presented with unconditional love for them both.
From her life as a slave child who was whipped for stealing a lump of sugar, to her role as a leader in the Underground Railroad, and as a nurse and spy during the Civil War, Harriet Tubman lived a fascinating life that is clearly presented in A Picture Book of Harriet Tubman. This lively biography is well-paced and includes the added feature of brief songs that set the tone of the times. Frederick Douglass, born into slavery in 1818, escaped to freedom in 1838 and became a great leader in the abolitionist movement. In A Picture Book of Frederick Douglass his struggles and determination, as well as his accomplishments as a writer, orator and important figure of the nineteenth century are clearly and expressively outlined.
The Shapes illustrated nonfiction books provide the first lessons on common shapes. In Circles, rhyming text and creative illustrations draw attention to circles are found in the world around us. Circle games and a glossary help even the youngest students understand beginning geometry. Special thanks to content consultant Paula J. Maida Ph.D.
Graphic novels aren’t just for superheroes! George Washington has been plucked from history books and his life and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels. The subject's birth, childhood, education, and presidency have been skillfully told with detailed art. Further reading lists, timelines, glossaries, and indexes make these titles useful in classroom discussion.
A school is a place where students learn. There are different kinds of schools, but every school is a community. Easy-to-read text and bright illustrations explore the relationships, diversity, and interactions that can be found in a school. Let's be social and meet your teachers, staff, and classmates! Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Group. Grades PreK-4.
Learn about the exciting energy in these easy-to-read books. The sources, forms, uses, and conservation of energy are explained in simple text and matching art. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in getting Excited About Energy. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann, Ph.D. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades preK-4.
Learn about gravity in these easy-to-read books. Gravity's force, moon's orbit, and their effects are explained with simple text and matching illustrations. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in learning about the gravity pulling on them. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann Ph.D.
Learn about mighty magnets in these easy-to-read books. Magnetic fields, poles, and uses of magnets are explained in simple text and matching art. A science activity, fun facts section, glossary, and index aid students in learning about the mighty magnets around them. Special thanks to content consultant Paul Ohmann, Ph.D. Looking Glass Library is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades preK-4.
Miley Cyrus is one of the most popular teen singers and actors! This book introduces her childhood, family background, rise to fame, and future plans. Readers will learn about Miley’s passion for show business and how she came to be the star of Disney Channel’s Hannah Montana. Also covered are Miley’s Best of Both Worlds concert tour, as well as her personal life and her famous father Billy Ray Cyrus. Colorful graphics, oversized photographs, and short, engaging sentences draw in reluctant readers. Buddy Books is an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.
